If you’ve been exploring ways to reduce stubborn fat that won’t budge despite your best efforts with diet and exercise, you’ve likely come across two popular options: liposuction and fat dissolving injections like DesoBody.

Both are effective, but they work in very different ways — and the best choice for you depends on your goals, lifestyle, and how much downtime you’re willing to accept.

What is DesoBody?

DesoBody is one of the UK’s most powerful non-surgical fat dissolving injectables, designed to break down and eliminate localised fat deposits. It’s particularly effective on dense, stubborn areas such as the belly, love handles, back fat, thighs, and flanks.

This treatment works by injecting a compound directly into the fat layer, where it disrupts and liquifies fat cells, allowing your body to naturally eliminate them over several weeks. It’s a medical-grade formulation — 4x stronger than LipoLab — and is ideal for clients wanting results without surgery or significant downtime.

What is Liposuction?

Liposuction is a well-established surgical procedure that physically removes fat through suction. It requires incisions, anesthesia, and a longer recovery period, but it delivers dramatic and immediate fat volume reduction.

It’s typically used for larger fat deposits and full-body contouring, though it carries surgical risks and a higher price point. Post-op swelling, bruising, and compression garments are all part of the healing process.